City of Toronto
North York Real Estate
Yonge Street towers and quiet family streets.
Former City of North York · City of Toronto
About North York
North York runs from the 401 up to Steeles. Condo towers line Yonge Street around North York Centre, while streets like those in Bayview Village, York Mills and Don Mills are mostly detached homes on bigger lots.
North York began as a township on June 13, 1922, became a city in 1979, and joined Toronto in 1998.
Homes: Condos along Yonge, detached homes and rebuilt custom homes on side streets.
Known for
- North York Centre on Yonge Street
- Fairview Mall and Bayview Village
- Downsview Park and the Don Valley ravines
Market this month
North York real estate market
Toronto Central (includes North York) · September 2026
Source: TRREB Market Watch, released October 6, 2026
- Average price
- $1,102,955
- Median price
- $721,000
- Homes sold
- 924
- New listings
- 3,384
- Days on market
- 34
- Sale-to-list price
- 98%
- Active listings
- 5,338
- Months of inventory
- 5.1
- Balanced market
- Detached$2,351,668180 sold
- Semi$1,524,72368 sold
- Townhouse$1,370,37934 sold
- Condo apt$683,259593 sold
TRREB reports North York as part of its Toronto Central area.
7 areas
North York neighbourhoods
Willowdale
Condo towers along Yonge Street around North York Centre, with detached homes on the side streets.
Bayview Village
Detached homes and newer condos near Bayview and Sheppard, close to Line 4 and Bayview Village mall.
York Mills
Large detached homes, many on ravine lots, near Yonge and York Mills; suits established families.
Don Mills
1950s planned community of bungalows and townhouses around The Shops at Don Mills; quiet family streets.
Bayview Woods
Ravine-lined area near Bayview and Steeles with a mix of detached homes and apartment buildings.
Newtonbrook
Postwar houses and apartment towers around Yonge between Finch and Steeles; close to Finch station.
Downsview
Postwar houses and newer condos around Downsview Park, served by several Line 1 stations.
Daily life
Living in North York
Schools
- Toronto District School Board
- Toronto Catholic District School Board
- Conseil scolaire Viamonde
- Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir
Well known: Earl Haig Secondary School (hosts the audition-based Claude Watson Arts Program), York Mills Collegiate Institute, Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts (Catholic).
Colleges and universities: York University, Seneca Polytechnic, Centennial College (Downsview Park Aerospace Campus).
Parks and outdoors
- Downsview Park Former military base turned large park with trails and open fields.
- Earl Bales Park Hilly park with the North York Ski Centre and an amphitheatre.
- Edwards Gardens Formal gardens and ravine trails at Lawrence and Leslie.
- G. Ross Lord Park Large park by a reservoir near Dufferin and Finch, with an off-leash area.
Shopping and dining
- Yorkdale Shopping Centre Major mall at Highway 401 and Allen Road, beside Yorkdale station.
- Fairview Mall Large mall at Don Mills and Sheppard, at the end of Line 4.
- The Shops at Don Mills Outdoor shopping centre with restaurants and a central square.
- Yonge Street, Willowdale Long strip of Korean, Persian and other restaurants near Finch.
Healthcare
- North York General Hospital
- Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Hennick Humber Hospital (Humber River Health)
Commuting
Getting around North York
To downtown Toronto: About 25–35 min by Line 1 subway to Union Station.
- SubwayLine 1 from Finch: about 30–35 min to Union
- SubwayLine 4 Sheppard links Don Mills and Bayview to Line 1
- LRTLine 6 Finch West runs from Finch West station to Humber College
- HighwayHighways 401, 404 and 400, Allen Road and the Don Valley Parkway
Honest take
Pros and cons of living in North York
Why people move here
- Two subway lines plus the new Line 6 Finch West
- Direct access to Highways 401, 404 and the DVP
- Two of Toronto's largest malls, Yorkdale and Fairview
Things to consider
- Highway 401 through North York is one of North America's busiest
- Many areas north of Highway 401 are a long way from a subway station
A good fit for: Families who want space inside the city · Condo buyers on the subway · Buyers looking for a rebuild lot
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FAQ
North York real estate questions
What is the average home price in North York?
In September 2026, the average sale price in Toronto Central (includes North York) was $1,102,955 and the median was $721,000, based on 924 sales (TRREB Market Watch).
Is North York a buyer's or seller's market right now?
There were 5.1 months of inventory in September, which usually points to a balanced market. Homes sold for about 98% of list price on average.
How long does it take to sell a home in North York?
Homes that sold in September were on the market for 34 days on average. Pricing and presentation make the biggest difference.
How far is North York from downtown Toronto?
About 25–35 min by Line 1 subway to Union Station.
Which school boards serve North York?
Toronto District School Board, Toronto Catholic District School Board, Conseil scolaire Viamonde, Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir.
What are the best neighbourhoods in North York?
It depends on budget, commute and lifestyle. Popular areas include Willowdale, Bayview Village, York Mills, Don Mills, Bayview Woods. Sophia can help you narrow it down.
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